Science Education Begins With a Question 

At the Smithsonian Science Education Center, we connect students and their communities to Smithsonian Science through hands-on, inquiry-centered experiences, because we believe the questions students ask can change the world—but we can’t do it alone. 

Your support helps us bring science curriculum, resources, and professional development programs to students and educators worldwide, empowering the next generation to explore real-world challenges and create solutions that shape a better future. 

The Impact of Your Generosity is Clear 

Thanks to donors like you, the Smithsonian Science Education Center is moving science education beyond the page and into the hands of students and educators around the world. In 2024, we reached: ​

• Over 2,300 U.S. school districts using award-winning Smithsonian Science for the Classroom curriculum, serving 3 million students 
• 118 countries, and over 8 million students using Smithsonian Science for Global Goals resources 
• Over 570 educators through our professional development programs, indirectly impacting nearly 960,000 students 
• Over 760,000 views on our digital games, simulations, and eBooks 

Join Us in Transforming K-12 Education Through Science 

Science begins with a question, but turning curiosity into scientific literacy requires your support.  

Since the Smithsonian Science Education Center receives no federal funding, every donation makes a difference. Together, we can inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators.